FOOD: We had come here on a Tuesday afternoon at around…read more12:00 pm for lunch. When we had first sat down, we were told that all guests that were booked for that day were to receive the same type of lunch, which was the Informal Social Tea (Light), which came out to $19.95 per person. We were first given a plate of fruit, which included cut-up pears, cherries, and watermelon pieces. We did find the fruit to be very fresh, and enjoyed the presentation of it, which was nicely-situated on the small dish that was given to us. Next, we were given a dish of six scones, which we thought was quite generous as there were only two of us; a side dish included the devonshire cream and jam for the scones. We noticed that the scones were a bit hard, which tasted like they may have been left in the oven a bit too long as they were dark on the bottom. The taste of them was good though, they tasted fresh and appetizing, with sprinkled icing sugar on the top to sweeten the taste. Afterwards, we were given our tea, which was an oolong flavour, tasting absolutely divine! We loved how fresh the tea was, and how wonderful it went with our meal, such a great flavour. Along with the tea, we were given a small plate of strawberries for my little one that was with us, which we thought was such a nice thought from Judy (the owner). We also received a small dish of vegetables (cauliflower, pickles, carrots and peppers), which were based in a type of vinaigrette dressing. We weren't too keen on this option as we found it to be high on the vinegar-side, but appreciated the effort. The sandwiches were next, and were very appetizing to look at once they reached our table. We had three different types; one was egg salad on a yellow bread that was rolled into pinwheels, another was smoked-beef on toasted rye, and the last was a type of cold-cut with mustard on a rolled-up flatbread. In all honesty, all of the sandwiches were really well-done, with a lot of flavour in each of them. However, the best were the egg salad, which were perfectly rolled, with just the right amount of spice in them, and the smoked-beef on rye, which was grilled to perfection, and piping-hot (temperature-wise). We enjoyed the smoked-beef so much that we asked for more, and was willing to pay for them, but Judy gave them to us for free! Lastly, we received the plate of sweets, which included chocolate cupcakes, marzipan slices, cheesecake squares, ginger slices, and an almond cookie. Judy mentioned how each of these desserts were homemade, and it showed; they each tasted impeccable, boasting a savoury taste that stayed in our mouths long after we left. She was a wonderful baker, and we appreciated the efforts in her desserts! ATMOSPHERE: This tea room was situated on a quiet street in Paris, with ornate looking columns at the front of the home, and a historical feel that boasted a home from the Victorian-Era. We loved the little gate at the front of the home which welcomed us to the entrance, along with the picturesque landscaping in the front. The home itself was absolutely beautiful, with two large rooms at the front for diners, and a sunroom at the back overlooking the water, which is where we were situated. We loved the décor of the home, which had older pictures on the wall, and also the tables and chairs, which were cozy yet traditional. This truly felt like a home that was built in the Victorian-Era, which made us feel that we were dining at that time. It was also peaceful and quiet, which was what we were looking for when we attended. As we were seated near the kitchen, we did hear some extra noise from there however, not too much, only from time-to-time. SERVICE: We were served by Judy, who is the owner of the home and the tea room. She was wearing a beautiful costume reminiscent of the 1850s, which was a long skirt, long-sleeved blouse, and a wonderful brooch at the nape of her neck. We loved how her outfit made us feel even more like we were in the time-period mentioned. Judy was very attentive during our visit, even giving my son some toys to play with in-order to keep him occupied during our lunch. She came over to refill our teapots when needed, and even made us extra sandwiches without charging us. We loved how friendly she was, and would surely want to see her again. COST: Informal Social Tea (Light): $19.95/Each = $39.90 WOULD YOU RETURN? Without a doubt! We really enjoyed our time here, and felt that Judy pulled all of the stops to make sure we had a lunch we would never forget!

I called to make a reservation for July since we are in a lockdown. Hoping to get ahead of the…read morecrowds when everything opens up again. Lady on the phone talked to me like i was a complete idiot, was very rude and continuously belittled me. I just wanted to reserve a spot just incase :( I will never come to this place, i have never been spoken to so horribly by ANYONE before. There are so many other places to enjoy an afternoon tea that actually treat their customer with respect.

Gord and I came across Jiggs-n-Reels in Paris, ON…read more They carry lots of products from Newfoundland like fresh and frozen seafood, clothing, knitting books, candles, food and more. I got a package of snowballs (yum!) and Gord got a bag of ground Screech flavoured coffee.

I stopped in to pick up some seafood chowder. OMG it is packed with seafood and is delicious! The…read moreyoung lady behind the counter was very friendly and pleasant. I'm looking forward to being a regular here!!

Detour coffee cafe in a farmers market. Great hours. Limited seating within the cafe but lots in…read morecommon areas both inside and out. Standard coffee shop fare. Lots of baked goods - cookies and croissants. Fairly fresh. Worth a stop

Went here as part of a school progect back in 2023. Every…read morething was eunique even having the items to tuch is always awesome, as many of the stuff are Brale, well most of them since it is across the street from Canada's only school for the Blind, Deffblind, and students with low vision, the W.ross macdonald school. It is a small art facility, easy to get around with a mobility cane, and is a charming destination on those cold and frigid days. I hope to come back soon as it was definetly awesome on days when I was in Hie school!

Do an amazing job with the grounds and everything is so beautiful inside ! Art is stunning !!read more

Visited the lovely town of Paris, Ontario for the first time with my friend, and we discovered this…read moreamazing spot for brunch, 2 Rivers Restaurant. The location is beautiful with a stunning river view and a relaxing patio that made our meal feel extra special. I ordered the bone-in pork chop, and it absolutely blew me away. I never knew pork could be this juicy and flavorful, cooked to perfection and so satisfying. Great food, great atmosphere, and a perfect place to enjoy a weekend brunch in this charming small town. Highly recommended if you're ever in the area!

Blonde bartender or perhaps the manager was so rude to the staff and made one of them cry. She…read moreshould not be in this industry. We all felt so uncomfortable and like we were bothering them by wanting a table. Won't return.

Gord and I had lunch on Thursday at the Paris Beer Co. We had a couple Salty Stingers ... peach…read moreand blueberry raspberry sours. I liked them both but liked the blueberry raspberry more. We both ordered Thai chicken skewers, which were very good. The staff were friendly. Adam was our server and he was friendly and took good care of us. I bought a six-pack of the blueberry raspberry Salty Stingers to take home and a teeshirt John Ladds Band was at the Paris Beer Co. that evening from 7pm to 9pm so we went back. The band played cover tunes ranging from pop to rock.

Pros: - Good amount of seating and a nice patio…read more - Beer was good but nothing super amazing. - There's a nice market in the same building. Cons: - Not enough servers for the amount of customers. - Somewhat pricey.

Gord and I had a late breakfast yesterday at Eggsmart…read more We both ordered bacon and eggs. What a big and hearty meal! And it was so good. Kendy was friendly and took good care of us.

This was my first visit to Eggsmart, and everything was great right from the start. I was seated…read morepromptly as soon as I walked in, and the staff was friendly and attentive. I appreciated the helpful recommendations and decided to go with a classic bacon, eggs, potatoes, and toast breakfast. The food came out quickly, and everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. The service was excellent throughout my visit. Based on this experience, I'll definitely be coming back!

I was visiting Paris with my partner and read that this place has yummy desserts. On Tuesday…read moremorning, I made my way there and was excited to try their goods! Upon entering, I was greeted by a friendly gentleman. While he was serving another customer, I looked at their doughnuts and pastry items. There was a lot of variety, so it took some time for me to decide. Finally, I ordered chocolate glazed doughnut and spinach danish. In the afternoon, I ate the doughnut while my partner ate the danish. He said that he enjoyed it- the outer layer was soft and flaky and the inside had sufficient amount of filling. I enjoyed my doughnut- it was just the right amount of chocolate and the glaze had the right amount of sweetness. However, the texture of the doughnut was a little bit too dense for me, it was not as soft as I thought. The bakery carries other goods (e.g. cookies), food (e.g. sandwiches) and drinks (e.g. coffee). If you are visiting Paris, drop by early in the morning, so that you can pick what you would like to eat or drink!

Established since 1927 is a cute bakery on main down town area of quaint small town of Paris…read more Ontario. Everything in this bakery looks so delectable.... old fashion cookies, brownies, a variety of butter tarts, and squares. Brought one of their specialty baked squares. Brown Cow $6 which is layered with a brownie bottom, cheesecake and topped with chocolate chip wafer. ONG so delicious!! Also bought one of each White Chocolate Macadamian, Oatmeal Raisin and Salty Caramel Chocolate Chip. Also yummy are the shortbread squares!!

Great selection and value. Books arrived quickly and in good condition. The lady who runs the shop…read morewas very friendly. I will definitely be shopping here again!

From the owner: Used children's books have never been easier to find here in Hamilton! Welcome to your go-to online…read morebookshop for quality, preloved literature and educational resources for children and young adults. Let us help you build a carefully curated library for your home, homeschool, or classroom. We offer free Hamilton pick-up, free local delivery (on $50+ orders), and in-person shopping appointments.